What's being proposed in Hockley?
A proposed petroleum fuel storage and distribution terminal is seeking approval at 25510 Zube Road in Hockley, Texas. This page provides a factual overview of the project, permit process, and key information residents should know.
The proposed development at a glance
Magellan Pipeline Company has applied for authorization to construct and operate a petroleum fuel storage and distribution terminal at approximately 25510 Zube Road in Hockley, Texas.
According to the permit application, the facility would be used to receive, store, blend, transfer, and distribute refined petroleum products including:
- Gasoline
- Diesel Fuel
- Biodiesel
- Ethanol
- Jet Fuel
- Other Refined Petroleum Products
The project would include above-ground storage tanks, fuel transfer equipment, truck loading facilities, and associated infrastructure necessary to operate a fuel terminal.
Applicant
Magellan Pipeline
Location
25510 Zube Rd
TCEQ Permit
#180764
Project area map
Proposed site at 25510 Zube Road, Hockley, Texas.
Community considerations
Residents have expressed interest in understanding how the proposed facility could affect daily life in Hockley.
Public Safety
Fuel storage and transfer operations involve handling large quantities of flammable materials.
Air Quality
Terminal operations generate emissions associated with fuel storage, transfer, and loading activities.
Traffic & Infrastructure
The proposed facility will increase truck traffic and place additional demands on roads serving nearby neighborhoods and businesses.
Community Growth
The project is located within one of the fastest-growing residential areas in Texas and near several planned residential developments.
What would be built?
The permit application authorizes construction of infrastructure typically associated with a fuel storage and distribution terminal.
Fuel Storage Tanks
Large above-ground storage tanks designed to hold refined petroleum products.
Truck Loading Facilities
Infrastructure used to load fuel transport trucks for delivery to retail and commercial customers.
Fuel Transfer Systems
Pipelines, pumps, valves, and related equipment used to move fuel throughout the facility.
Vapor Control Equipment
Systems intended to capture and reduce emissions generated during fuel handling operations.
Support Facilities
Operational buildings, utilities, stormwater controls, and safety systems.
Air Quality Permit Application #180764
The project is currently undergoing review through the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
Authorization requested for emissions associated with:
- Fuel Storage
- Fuel Loading
- Fuel Transfer Operations
- Equipment Operations
- VOCVolatile Organic Compounds
- HAPsHazardous Air Pollutants
- NOxNitrogen Oxides
- COCarbon Monoxide
- SO₂Sulfur Dioxide
- PMParticulate Matter
Additional details and supporting documents are available upon request.
How we got here — and what's next
- 1
Permit Submitted
Air permit application filed with TCEQ.
- 2
Public Notice Issued
Public comment period opened.
- 3
Public Meeting Held
Residents and stakeholders provided feedback.
- 4
Contested Case Hearing Requests Filed
Multiple hearing requests submitted.
- 5
Current Status
Awaiting TCEQ determination.
Permit Information
The application is currently under review by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
- Lead agencyTCEQ
- Application #180764
- ApplicantMagellan Pipeline
- StatusAwaiting determination
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